ECFE

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a public school program for all District 347 families with children between the ages of birth and kindergarten. ECFE provides parenting information and children's activities through a variety of programs. Specific classes are offered during the daytime and evening hours for all children ages birth to five. Scholarships are available for families if needed. Early Childhood Family Education offers:

• Parent/Child Classes
• Parent Only Classes
• Special Events
• Field Trips
• Guest Speakers
• Home Visits
• Sibling Care

What can my family expect from ECFE?

...support in the role of parenting
...information on child development
...creative and fun activities to with your infant, toddler, and preschooler
...information about community resources
...classes with other parents of young children
...home visits to talk one on one with a Parent Educator
...fun, family events

What will we do during typical ECFE class?

• Parent/Child Interaction– Parents and Children explore the learning centers in the room.
• Circle Time - Parents and Children are lead through songs, stories and games by the Early Childhood Teacher
• Child Time - Children spend time with friends and early childhood teacher exploring and Learning
• Parent Discussion– Parents and Parent Educator share information and discuss topics of choice.